Longwa - Phomching, Mon
Longwa is a village situated in the Phomching circle of Mon district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phomching and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Mon.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Longwa is 267051. The village falls under the 798621 pincode. Mon Town is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Longwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Phomching Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaland Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Longwa
As per Census 2011, Longwa village has a total population of 5,132 people, consisting of 2,657 males and 2,475 females. The village has 732 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 756 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 508 literate and 4,624 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5,097 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Longwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,132 | 2,657 | 2,475 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 756 | 389 | 367 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5,097 | 2,635 | 2,462 |
| Literate Population | 508 | 333 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,624 | 2,324 | 2,300 |
Nearby Villages of Longwa
Longwa is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Longwa
Longwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mon Town to Longwa is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mon to Longwa is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Longwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Longwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Longwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Longwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Longwa
Where is Longwa located?
Longwa village is located in Phomching Circle, Mon district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Longwa?
The pincode of Longwa is 798621.
What is the population of Longwa?
Longwa has a total population of 5,132, including 2,657 males and 2,475 females.
How many households are there in Longwa?
There are 732 households in Longwa.
What is the literacy rate in Longwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Longwa is 9.90%. Male literacy is 12.53% and female literacy is 7.07%.